Which of the following functions should a respiratory care practitioner perform when making a home care visit?

1. Identify any problem areas or concerns of the patient.
2. Assess the equipment (operation, cleanliness, and supply needs).
3. Determine the patient's compliance with the therapy.
4. Assess the patient (including pre- and post-treatment measures).
a. 1, 2, and 3 only
b. 1, 2, 3, and 4
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 3 and 4 only

ANS: B
When a visit is made by a respiratory therapist, a number of functions must be performed. These include the following:
? Patient assessment (objective and subjective data), including pretreatment and posttreatment measurements of pulse, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and expiratory flows (FEV1, PEFR)
? Patient's compliance with prescribed respiratory home care
? Equipment assessment (operation, cleanliness, and need for related supplies)
? Identification of any problem areas or patient concerns
? Statement related to patient goals and therapeutic plan